Budget Analyst Needed ASAP!

Accountemps, a Robert Half company, is the world's leader in specialized temporary financial staffing. We provide exciting temporary, temporary-to-hire and project opportunities in the areas of accounting, bookkeeping, finance and more.

Budget Assistant needed for large well-known higher-ed college located in Los Angeles This position reports to the Director of Academic Budgets and Planning.

* Assist with all aspects of the budget process including accounting, reporting, and financial functions that support Academic Affairs. * Support the Academic Affairs budgeting process. * Provide support on budget reconciliation, research, analysis, general ledger reconciliation, and financial analyses. * Analyze special academic program financial data including enrollment data, program break even analysis and assist with developing budget models. * Process budget change requests and prepare GL journal entries. Maintain program budget files and monitor revenue and expenses. Assist with monthly budget reporting. Provide support for contract and internal grant processing. Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the university. * Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct. * Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

* Typically a Bachelors Degree in accounting with corresponding professional experience, or equivalent experience. Masters Degree preferred. * Minimum 4-5 years finance or accounting experience in progressively responsible positions which have included Accounts Payable/Receivable functions, and contract preparation. * Demonstrated computer competency and advance knowledge of the MS Word and Excel with some knowledge of Power Point. Oracle Financials experience is a plus. * Demonstrated knowledge in the areas of US Accounting principles and variance reporting. * Exemplary communication skills (both written and oral) evidenced by background in preparing comprehensive reports and executive summaries. Project management skills involving complex variables and project deadlines.